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OPERABLE

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does operable mean? 

OPERABLE (adjective)
  The adjective OPERABLE has 3 senses:

1. capable of being treated by surgical operationplay

2. fit or ready for use or serviceplay

3. usable for a specific purposeplay

  Familiarity information: OPERABLE used as an adjective is uncommon.


 Dictionary entry details 


OPERABLE (adjective)


Sense 1

Meaning:

Capable of being treated by surgical operation

Context example:

an operable cancer

Antonym:

inoperable (not suitable for surgery)


Sense 2

Meaning:

Fit or ready for use or service

Synonyms:

functional; operable; operational; usable; useable

Context example:

the dishwasher is now in working order

Similar:

serviceable (ready for service or able to give long service)


Sense 3

Meaning:

Usable for a specific purpose

Synonyms:

operable; practicable

Context example:

a practicable solution

Similar:

practical (concerned with actual use or practice)


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